Creativity Isn't a Magical Unicorn That Only Certain People Have Access To... 

It's a Life Skill That You Can Cultivate Every Day.

I'm


Michele,

It's safe to be who you are here.  You don't have to fit in. You already belong.

And you don't have to figure it out alone.

I'm a multimedia artist, author, and creativity coach who has helped 11K+ creatives unlock new levels of their creativity in my best-selling Substack subscription The Wonder Habit™ and sold out collaborations with major national brands like Appointed®.

I've trained leaders in person in 23 countries, and had my artwork seen by millions. 

Add in... Total nerd with a masters degree and a signature coaching framework that helps creatives and leaders develop the core practices they need for thriving in on-demand creative spaces.

You can find my in my studio creating whimsical, nature-infused art and writing about the connection, courage, and curiosity rooted in wonder as a daily practice and the power of our unfolding stories.

And... speaking of stories, I can't wait to hear yours.

Art is so much more than paint and paper. It holds in its core the power to change the way we see the world around us, and ourselves in it.

To create open, honest, vulnerable spaces of connection that give language to our deepest emotions.

To remind us even our most broken places can be fused with gold. That we are worthy of being seen, significant and celebrated.

I spent 20+ years in the international nonprofit world leading regional projects on 3 continents.  Brain injury survivor.  Creativity nerd alert.

I've seen firsthand the power storytelling and creativity has to bring healing, change narratives, and empower us to use our voices.

 I've been a motivational speaker and leadership educator for 35+ years.  Get in touch with me here if you are interested in having me share with your event or podcast.



The Stories We Tell Ourselves & One Another Have the Power to Change Everything

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STORYBOOK PORTRAITS

Your moment painted like it belongs in a storybook. Because it does. It’s a story you are writing one precious memory, one important milestone at a time. And even the smallest everyday moment can be magical.

Semi-Abstract Whimsical Fine Art

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I NEED DETAILS

Blend a love for florals, whimsical elegance, English cottages, a nod to folk art and the language of flowers with this custom hand-painted birth flower commission that celebrates those you hold dearest.

Birth Flower Family Portraiture

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Art Commissions That Celebrate Your Story

These core values are how I do life and art:

Cultivating Strong Roots

Kindness always.
Look for beauty.
Keep it simple. 
Stay curious.
Choose courage.


Things Only My
Friends Know

I Think Coffee Deserves Food Group Status

Come on now, you know it does.

While I love a good vanilla latte, my go to is a freshly ground pour-over served light. There's a reason my dad wanted to know if I'd like some coffee with my milk.

I Have 2/3rds of an MBA

Yep. I'm an MBA dropout. Day 1, I asked my accounting prof if I could color the books instead of balancing them. Later, I left the program for not being entrepreneurial enough & moved to an African conflict zone to start and lead a project that served hundreds of at-risk children.

I've Spoken In-Person in 23 Countries 

My public speaking career got started early. I was nine when I gave my first speech to a room of 300 community leaders. It took me about 4 minutes to decide I loved it. So I majored in talking (*cough* communications) in my undergrad studies. 

I'm a Walking Nerd Alert

If I were independently wealthy, I'd get PhDs on repeat. Degrees are cool, but I just love learning that much. I have an MA in Organizational Leadership.  And yes, my hobby is learning.

I'm a TBI Survivor

A traumatic brain injury upended my world 6 years ago and rewired my brain.  But even though some of the things that were my superpowers before,  can now be frustratingly difficult, I'm not giving up on stretching my brain so I can find my way forward and keep doing what I love. (Even if I have to do it differently.)

And you can have more of them. Every day. 

You Were Made for the Moments When Your Soul Comes Most Alive.

@dmicheleperry

And you can have more of them. Every day. 

You Were Made for the Moments When Your Soul Comes Most Alive.

@dmicheleperry